The Apple IIe
The Apple IIe, introduced in 1983, was an enhanced version of the Apple II, featuring upgrades like an improved keyboard, expanded memory, and better graphics. These enhancements made the IIe a versatile machine, suitable for both home and business use. The IIe also offered backward compatibility with earlier Apple II software, adding to its appeal. Its adaptability and reliability solidified its status as a staple in classrooms and offices throughout the 1980s, making it one of Apple’s most popular and enduring models.
Technical Characteristics
Desktops
A2S2064 D
1.02 MHz MOS Technology 6502
64 KB (expandable to 128 KB)
5.25-inch floppy disk drive (Disk II), cassette tape storage (via external cassette recorder)
Text mode: 40 or 80 columns by 24 lines (support for lowercase letters), Graphics mode: 280x192 pixels (high resolution), 140x192 pixels (double high resolution)
Integrated graphics controller with support for text and high-resolution graphics, support for color in graphics mode (up to 16 colors with additional hardware)
Built-in speaker (simple beep sound)
Built-in serial port, expansion slots: 7 internal slots for peripheral cards
Full-sized QWERTY keyboard with 80 keys, including special function keys (such as Open-Apple, Solid-Apple)
Approximately 5.9 kg
Internal 60-watt power supply
Apple DOS 3.3, ProDOS